Chris Kreeger answers whether an injured California cyclist can sue the driver who hit them. His short answer is yes, as long as the driver was negligent and that negligence caused harm. The driver can then be held responsible for out-of-pocket expenses and a reasonable amount for pain and suffering.
Why an Injured Cyclist Can Sue a Negligent Driver in California
Yes. If the driver was negligent and that negligence caused harm, then the driver’s responsible to reimburse the cyclist all of their out of pocket expenses and a reasonable amount of money for their pain and suffering. So, in short, the answer is yes.